What a Way to Go
What a Way to Go by Julia Forster, published by Atlantic Books, Limited in 2017, is a 304-page novel that explores the complexities of growing up amidst familial challenges. Set in 1988, the story follows 12-year-old Harper Richardson as she navigates her parents’ divorce, her mother’s custody, and the quirky dynamics of her life, which includes a collection of baked beans and two gerbils. The narrative captures the essence of adolescence against a backdrop of pop culture, economic struggles, and the emotional turmoil of her parents.
Readers will find a warm and witty portrayal of Harper’s journey as she takes on the responsibility of mending her parents’ broken hearts while grappling with her own coming-of-age experiences. The book delves into themes of family, identity, and resilience, offering insights into the challenges of growing up during a tumultuous time. With its blend of humor and heart, What a Way to Go presents a relatable and engaging story that resonates with anyone who has faced the trials of adolescence.
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1988. 12-year-old Harper Richardson’s parents are divorced. Her mum got custody of her, the Mini, and five hundred tins of baked beans. Her dad got a mouldering cottage in a Midlands backwater village and default membership of the Lone Rangers single parents’ club. Harper got questionable dress sense, a zest for life, two gerbils, and her Chambers dictionary, and the responsibility of fixing her parents’ broken hearts … Set against a backdrop of high hairdos and higher interest rates, pop music and puberty, divorce and death, What a Way to Go is a warm, wise and witty tale of one girl tackling the business of growing up while those around her try not to fall apart.
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